Sri Lanka (Commonwealth Union)_ The South East Asia Hotel Investors’ Summit (SEAHIS) 2023, a prestigious event that brings together renowned investors, industry leaders, and experts, convened in Bangkok, Thailand. Among the notable presenters was Thulci Aluwihare, Deputy Managing Director of Port City Colombo (PCC), who delivered an enlightening keynote address focusing on Sri Lanka’s untapped potential, the fast recovery of its tourism industry, and the ambitious goals set by Sri Lanka Tourism for the future.
During his speech, Aluwihare shed light on the thrilling opportunities offered by Port City Colombo and its accompanying Special Economic Zone (SEZ). He also highlighted the substantial investment opportunities accessible to hotel owners and operators within and in the vicinity of this development, which has become the new frontier of hospitality in Sri Lanka.
Expressing confidence in the future of Sri Lanka’s hospitality industry, Aluwihare said, “With the rapid growth and recovery of our tourism industry, we believe that Port City Colombo will serve as a catalyst, attracting both local and international investors in search of unparalleled opportunities. The unique combination of modern infrastructure, strategic location, and diverse investment options offered by Port City Colombo will create a vibrant ecosystem that supports Sri Lanka’s tourism goals. It will act as a global hub for entertainment, leisure, finance, business, retail, and more.” Port City Colombo, being one of the most ambitious and revolutionary urban development initiatives in the region, is poised to play a crucial role in taking Sri Lanka’s tourism industry to new heights. An exemplary illustration of this is the upcoming opening of the Downtown Duty-Free Mall, which is a notable precursor to the project’s potential, serving as the first downtown duty-free mall in South Asia. As Sri Lanka endeavors to establish itself as a premier tourist destination, Port City Colombo assumes a major role in achieving this objective. Further, Port City Colombo is poised to revolutionize the region, captivating discerning travelers and investors through its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and world-class hospitality
